30+ Years
Breast & Body Surgery
Double Board-Certified
Plastic Surgeon
6,000+
Body Procedures Performed
AAAASF-Accredited
Surgical Facility
Body Contouring Procedures in San Francisco
Although beauty is often measured by facial features, many of our patients are equally concerned with the shape of their body. Aging, weight fluctuations, pregnancy, and genetics can leave behind stubborn fat, loose skin, and stretched muscles that diet and exercise alone may not improve.
Body contouring offers a way to address these common concerns. Double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Leonard Gray performs a range of body sculpting procedures, from liposuction and tummy tuck to Brazilian butt lift and male breast reduction, with a focus on smooth, balanced results and thorough patient education.
Learn more about our body contouring procedures below, or schedule a consultation with Dr. Leonard Gray today! Call 415-434-8858 or fill out our online form to get started.
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Leonard W. Gray, MD, FACS: Double Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
30+ years of breast and body expertise
What Types of Body Contouring Does Dr. Gray Offer?
Dr. Gray offers six surgical body contouring procedures, each designed to address a different concern. Select a procedure below to learn more.
Liposuction
One of the most popular cosmetic surgeries worldwide, liposuction permanently removes stubborn pockets of fat from areas such as the abdomen, flanks, thighs, arms, and under the chin. Dr. Gray uses power-assisted liposuction to create smooth, maximally contoured results with no asymmetry, depressions, or inconsistencies, and most patients return to desk work in 1 to 2 weeks.
Tummy Tuck (Abdominoplasty)
Abdominoplasty helps patients achieve a toned, tight tummy by removing excess abdominal fat and skin and repairing stretched abdominal muscles after significant weight loss or pregnancy. Dr. Gray places the scar low within the bikini line and carefully recreates a natural-looking belly button. A mini tummy tuck is also available for concerns limited to below the belly button.
Mommy Makeover
A mommy makeover is designed to help mothers restore their figure after pregnancy and breastfeeding. It combines procedures of your choice, such as breast augmentation or lift, tummy tuck, and liposuction, into one surgery for tighter, more youthful-looking contours and a single recovery period. Most patients return to desk work within 10 to 14 days.
Labiaplasty
Labiaplasty reduces enlarged labia minora to relieve discomfort during exercise and intimacy and to prevent the labia from catching on clothing and undergarments. Dr. Gray uses an aesthetic reshaping technique that preserves natural color, contour, and sensation, with no overnight stay required.
Brazilian Butt Lift
A Brazilian butt lift (BBL) enhances the buttocks without implants by transferring your own fat, removed with liposuction from areas such as the abdomen, hips, and flanks. Dr. Gray handles the fat gently and injects it only above the muscle for safety, creating a natural, uplifted contour that lasts.
Gynecomastia
Many men struggle with excess breast tissue, known as gynecomastia, that affects their confidence. Dr. Gray’s male breast reduction surgery removes excess glandular tissue and fat through small incisions on the side of the chest, avoiding a visible scar around the areola, for a flatter, more masculine chest.
Cosmetic Body Surgery FAQs
What is body contouring?
Body contouring refers to procedures that reshape the body by removing stubborn fat, tightening loose skin, or restoring volume. At Bay Area Plastic Surgery, surgical body contouring includes liposuction, tummy tuck, mommy makeover, labiaplasty, Brazilian butt lift, and gynecomastia surgery.
Which body contouring procedure is right for me?
The right procedure depends on your main concern. Liposuction is best for stubborn fat when skin tone is good, a tummy tuck addresses loose abdominal skin and stretched muscles, and a Brazilian butt lift adds volume to the buttocks using your own fat. Dr. Gray will evaluate your anatomy and goals during your consultation and recommend the best approach.
What is the difference between liposuction and a tummy tuck?
Liposuction removes fat but does not remove loose skin or repair abdominal muscles. A tummy tuck removes excess skin and tightens stretched muscles, and Dr. Gray typically includes liposuction of the abdomen and flanks for a smaller waist and smoother contour.
Is liposuction a weight-loss procedure?
No. Liposuction is a contouring procedure designed to remove the last pockets of fat that are difficult to reduce through diet and exercise. The best candidates are at or near a stable, healthy weight.
Can I combine body contouring procedures?
Yes. Many patients combine procedures, such as liposuction with a tummy tuck or a Brazilian butt lift. A mommy makeover combines breast and body procedures into one surgery, which means a single recovery period.
Does Dr. Gray offer body contouring for men?
Yes. Dr. Gray regularly performs liposuction and tummy tucks for men, many of whom have lost a significant amount of weight, and he offers gynecomastia surgery for men with excess breast tissue.
Where are body contouring procedures performed?
Dr. Gray performs body contouring procedures under general anesthesia in Bay Area Plastic Surgery’s AAAASF-accredited surgical suite in San Francisco. Most procedures are outpatient, so patients return home the same day.
What is recovery like after body contouring?
Recovery varies by procedure. Most liposuction patients return to desk work in 1 to 2 weeks, while tummy tuck patients avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise for about 2 months. After a Brazilian butt lift, patients avoid sitting directly on the buttocks for about 2 months to protect the transferred fat.
Should I wait until I’m done having children?
For a tummy tuck or mommy makeover, Dr. Gray recommends waiting until you are finished having children, since a future pregnancy can stretch the skin and muscles again. Surgery will not harm a future pregnancy, but it may affect your results.
How long do body contouring results last?
Results are long-lasting, especially when you maintain a stable weight and healthy lifestyle. Fat cells removed with liposuction do not return, though remaining fat cells can still grow with significant weight gain.
How much does body contouring cost in San Francisco?
Cost depends on the procedure, the number of areas treated, and the complexity of your surgery. Dr. Gray and his team will provide a detailed estimate after your consultation, and financing options are available through CareCredit and Alphaeon.